Origin
South Portland Gardens, ME
Late night in South Portland Gardens on Thursday
Local time
12:01 AM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from South Portland Gardens, ME to Appleton, ME
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 58m
Distance
87.5 mi
141 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 50m
★
6 AM
1h 59m
8 AM
2h 16m
10 AM
2h 5m
12 PM
2h 3m
3 PM
2h 6m
5 PM
2h 15m
8 PM
1h 54m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
South Portland Gardens, ME
Brett Sayles
Appleton, ME
RealToughCandy.com
Trip Overview
The drive from South Portland Gardens, ME to Appleton, ME covers 87.5 miles and takes about 1h 58m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Westbrook Street, Western Avenue, I 295 North for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $14.09 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
43.8 miles from South Portland Gardens, ME
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 59m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 58m drive with frequent turns across 87.5 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 29 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Westbrook Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from South Portland Gardens, ME to Appleton, ME is easy. At 1h 58m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from South Portland Gardens, ME to Appleton, ME is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Westbrook Street | — | — |
| Western Avenue | — | — |
| I 295 North | — | — |
| ME 9 | — | — |
| Lewiston Road | — | — |
| Cobbossee Avenue | — | — |
| Central Street | — | — |
| Water Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Westbrook Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between South Portland Gardens, ME and Appleton, ME.
1
Start on Devereaux Circle
0.2 mi
·
51 sec
·
Devereaux Circle
2
Turn right onto Westbrook Street
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
Westbrook Street
3
At the end of the road, turn left onto Western Avenue
207 ft
·
8 sec
·
Western Avenue
4
Continue on Westbrook Street
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
Westbrook Street
5
Take the ramp slight right toward I 295 North: Portland
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
I 295 North: Portland
6
Merge slight left
49 mi
·
55 min
7
Take the exit slight right toward ME 9, ME 126: Litchfield, Gardiner
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
·
ME 9, ME 126: Litchfield, Gardiner
8
Turn right onto Lewiston Road
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Lewiston Road
9
Continue on Cobbossee Avenue
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Cobbossee Avenue
10
Continue on Lewiston Road
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
Lewiston Road
11
Continue on Central Street
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
·
Central Street
12
Turn straight onto Water Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Water Street
13
Turn left onto Bridge Street
0.5 mi
·
49 sec
·
Bridge Street
14
At the end of the road, turn right onto Water Street
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
Water Street
15
Turn left onto Windsor Street
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Windsor Street
16
Continue on Togus Road
3.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Togus Road
17
At the end of the road, turn right onto Augusta Road
0.6 mi
·
53 sec
·
Augusta Road
18
Continue on Eastern Avenue
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Eastern Avenue
19
Continue on Augusta Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Augusta Road
20
Continue on Augusta-Rockland Road
4.1 mi
·
6 min
·
Augusta-Rockland Road
21
Continue on Rockland Road
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Rockland Road
22
Continue on Rockland Road
4.9 mi
·
6 min
·
Rockland Road
23
Continue on Augusta Road
3.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Augusta Road
24
Continue on Rockland Road
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Rockland Road
25
Continue on Heald Highway
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Heald Highway
26
Turn left onto Sennebec Road
3.3 mi
·
6 min
·
Sennebec Road
27
Continue on Sennebec Road
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Sennebec Road
28
Keep slight left to continue on Sennebec Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Sennebec Road
29
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 43.8 miles from South Portland Gardens, ME, or about 59m into the drive.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 19 miles or 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 43.8 miles or 59m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 41m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Appleton, ME than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving South Portland Gardens, ME so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from South Portland Gardens, ME
This is one driving day of about 87.5 miles and 1h 58m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 19 miles from South Portland Gardens, ME.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 43.8 mi from South Portland Gardens, ME · 59m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
44 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 19 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 43.8 miles from South Portland Gardens, ME, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Appleton, ME
The final approach into Appleton, ME usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.09 one way
$28.17 round trip
$4.09/gal
25.4 MPG avg
31 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.50 | $15.50 | $31.00 |
| premium | $4.86 | $16.76 | $33.51 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $19.32 | $38.64 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 30.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 26.3 | 0 | $9.19 | $4.20 |
| Efficient EV | 21.9 | 0 | $7.66 | $3.50 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 35 | 0 | $12.25 | $5.60 |
Gas CO2
31 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (68% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Appleton, ME
Late night in Appleton on Thursday
Local time
12:01 AM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 58m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from South Portland Gardens, ME to Appleton, ME covers 87.5 miles and takes about 1h 58m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Westbrook Street, Western Avenue, I 295 North. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 43.8 miles from South Portland Gardens, ME. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.09 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from South Portland Gardens, ME to Appleton, ME is easy. At 1h 58m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from South Portland Gardens, ME to Appleton, ME is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from South Portland Gardens, ME to Appleton, ME does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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